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2026 Reunion Information
Reunion Update - John's email dated 07/19/2026
Cousins,
We're almost there! Here are a few last-minute details to help everyone prepare for a fantastic reunion.
Wednesday – Landmark Hotel Meet & Greet 6 pm
We'll pass the microphone around the room, so please be ready to share a brief introduction. You might include your family connection, where you live, what you do, and what you're most looking forward to during the reunion.
Thursday - Mahon Tour Meets at 11 am at the Jackalope Cafe https://www.facebook.com/TheJackalopeCafe/ It's part of THE SHED DISTILLERY so you might want to visit that as well.
Thursday Evening – Kilronan Castle Music Night starts at 7pm
Thursday evening is our music and entertainment night with an open mic. Come prepared with your favorite party piece—a song, poem, story, joke, or anything else you'd like to share. The more participation, the more memorable the evening will be!
Friday – Loughcrew Tour https://heritageireland.ie/places-to-visit/loughcrew-megalithic-cemetery/
We'll meet in the Loughcrew parking lot Friday afternoon between noon and 2 pm. The exact meeting time will be announced the day before once we've checked the weather forecast. Our goal is to choose a time with the best chance of staying dry.
Friday Dinner
Dinner at the Castle Varagh Hotel Restaurant begins at 6:00 p.m. Come meet the Mahoney Family! https://www.facebook.com/castlevaraghhotel/
Saturday – Finea, Graves, & McNally Farm
Meet at the old water pump in the village of Finea at 11:00 a.m. We'll take a walking tour of the village before caravanning our cars behind Teri Mahoney as she leads us to the graveyards. From there, we'll continue to the McNally farm, where we'll follow Teri down the driveway and park in the field behind the house. BYOB
Sunday - 10 am Mass at St Mary's on the south side of Finea, followed by the farewell BBQ at Fitzsimons on the north end of Finea.
LOGISTICAL SUGGESTIONS: Use ATMs associated with Irish banks for the best exchange rate when you get your Euros. And always choose to pay in Euros when using your credit card. Download maps on wifi before hitting the road each day. Cell service varies. Bring a brolly (umbrella); there is a local saying that you can get "four seasons in one hour".
Safe travels to everyone! We can't wait to see you all in Ireland for what promises to be a very special family reunion!
Welcome to our early/mid June Reunion Update.
Teri reserved the large room at Castle Varagh Restaurant for Friday night's buffet dinner. Please pre-pay €25 via the methods below if you plan to attend.
At Saturday's party at the Kilgolagh farm, food will be provided, but beverages are BYOB.
More details on the McNally Grave and Finea tour, and Kilgolagh parking to come.
If you haven't yet paid for Wednesday's or Thursday's dinners, that's no problem. However, please re-confirm whether you plan to attend, or not, so we can finalize our numbers.
Rooms might still be available at the Landmark and Kilronan Castle if you mention the McNally Reunion.
Submit your Family Branch Stories if you haven't already.
Please bring some € euros for unique souvenirs, gratuities, donations, and other small purchases during the reunion. ATMs generally offer the best exchange rates and are the easiest way to obtain cash. We usually withdraw euros before leaving Dublin Airport upon arrival.
Events requiring pre-payment:
July 31st at Castle Varagh Hotel Restaurant - €25 per person $29
July 29th at The Landmark Hotel — $58 per person (€50)
July 30th at Kilronan Castle — $70 per person (€60)
Please do not pay in advance for children; a separate kids' menu will be available.
We don't have a cost for the Mahon Tour, it will likely involve small fees, tips, & donations - bring € euros.
You can use PayPal, Venmo, Zelle (805-804-7558) or mail a check to 8261 Platinum St Ventura CA 93004. Contact me if you have other ideas.
Update as of May 9, 2026 from John McNally (from email)
Cousins,
Merch website & Reunion Website are coming soon. Please submit your family histories!
Deposits have been paid and the venues are requesting headcounts. It’s time to begin collecting payments and confirming final numbers for our first two reunion dinner gatherings.
I know the prices are not inexpensive, but both venues offer wonderful food, beautiful settings, and local entertainment for a memorable atmosphere that will make these evenings very special for all of us. The Cavan gatherings and meals will be more affordable.
Please do not pay in advance for children; a separate kids' menu will be available.
• July 29th at The Landmark Hotel — $58 per person (€50)
• July 30th at Kilronan Castle — $70 per person (€60)
You can use Paypal, Venmo, Zelle (805-804-7558) or mail a check to 8261 Platinum St Ventura CA 93004. Contact me if you have other ideas.
Thank you all, and we’re getting very excited as the reunion draws closer!
Best regards,
John McNally
Wednesday July 29th: Leitrim!
Landmark Hotel 6-9 pm A true meet-and-greet. After a local cultural presentation, we’ll pass the mic so everyone can introduce themselves, share their family connection, and tell a short story.
https://www.thelandmarkhotel.com/
Thursday July 30: After our tour of Mahon's Drumshanbo (details coming soon)
Kilronan Castle Dungeon Bar Following some local music, we’ll have a sing-along led by Joe Houlihan and an open mic for anyone who’d like to share a song, poem, story—or whatever they’d like to bring.
https://www.kilronancastle.ie/ There are still a few rooms available only for the McNally Family Reunion.
Friday July 31
Open Day - Lots of options! Our Mahon cousins strongly recommend a visit to Arigna. More ideas are coming.
Teri Mahoney has invited us to have dinner at the restaurant in Castle Varagh Hotel, Castlepollard.
https://www.castlevaraghhotel.ie/en/dining/
Sally and I have organized a private afternoon tour of Loughcrew with a local expert. (short hike, a little less than a mile)
https://heritageireland.ie/places-to-visit/loughcrew-megalithic-cemetery/ Let me know if you want to join us, best to keep it under 20 people.
Saturday August 1:
Late Morning Tour of McNally's graves and the village of Finea.
Afternoon Party at McNally's Farm in Kilgolagh - Food Truck and local musicians!
Sunday August 2: 10:15 AM Mass at family church in Finea
Farewell Party at Fitzsimons Pub, Finea
Teri suggests staying in the area Sunday night as the farewell party might run late.
Update as of May 2, 2026 from Teri Conneally Mahoney (from Facebook post)
Good Morning. Hope you’re all keeping well. Can I get a number please of how many of you are coming to Kilgolagh? Just for food, drinks etc. So looking forward to meeting you all this July.
Update as of May 1, 2026 from John McNally
For our Mahon/Drumshanbo tour, most sites are within about a half-mile radius, so many of us can walk. If you have mobility limitations or will be traveling with small children, please let me know so we can plan appropriately and determine the size of the minibus we may need.
Also, for the buffets at both the Landmark and Kilronan, we’ve been asked to provide the ages of children attending in order to confirm pricing—so please send those details along as well.
This tour is shaping up to be something special, with stories woven throughout—from life on the Mahon farm and the tradition of American Wakes, to births, baptisms, graves, local history, and family rebel tales at the local pub.
July 29th at the Landmark will be a true meet-and-greet. After a local cultural presentation, we’ll pass the mic so everyone can introduce themselves, share their family connection, and tell a short story.
July 30th at Kilronan will be our music and talent night. Following some local music, we’ll have a sing-along led by Joe Houlihan and an open mic for anyone who’d like to share a song, poem, story—or whatever they’d like to bring.
Please email John McNally (mcnally.realtor@gmail.com) what events and how may will be attending each event.
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